How to Identify and Classify Nectarines
  • 1. What is the defining characteristic that distinguishes a nectarine from a peach?
A) Yellow flesh
B) Fuzzy skin
C) Smooth skin
D) Smaller size
  • 2. Nectarines belong to which plant family?
A) Cucurbitaceae
B) Rosaceae
C) Solanaceae
D) Brassicaceae
  • 3. What is the scientific name for a nectarine?
A) Citrus sinensis
B) Prunus persica var. nucipersica
C) Malus domestica
D) Fragaria × ananassa
  • 4. What type of fruit is a nectarine?
A) Berry
B) Pome
C) Drupe
D) Aggregate fruit
  • 5. Freestone nectarines are classified by:
A) Pit tightly clings to flesh
B) Pit easily separates from flesh
C) Yellow flesh color
D) Small fruit size
  • 6. Clingstone nectarines are classified by:
A) Pit tightly clings to flesh
B) White flesh color
C) Large fruit size
D) Pit easily separates from flesh
  • 7. Which nectarine flesh color is commonly found?
A) Orange or Grey
B) Yellow or White
C) Purple or Black
D) Blue or Green
  • 8. What is the primary way nectarines are propagated?
A) Layering
B) Cuttings
C) Seed
D) Grafting
  • 9. Which of these is a common disease affecting nectarines?
A) Brown Rot
B) Black Spot (on roses)
C) Late Blight (on potatoes)
D) Powdery Mildew (on grapes)
  • 10. What is a key indicator of ripeness in a nectarine?
A) Slight give to the touch
B) Significant bruising
C) Completely hard
D) Green color
  • 11. What is a major pest affecting nectarines?
A) Oriental Fruit Moth
B) Aphids on cabbage
C) Colorado potato beetle
D) Tomato hornworm
  • 12. What type of climate is most suitable for nectarine cultivation?
A) Tropical
B) Arctic
C) Desert
D) Temperate
  • 13. What is the general shape of a nectarine?
A) Round
B) Pear-shaped
C) Conical
D) Elongated
  • 14. What is the function of the 'bloom' on a nectarine?
A) There is no bloom on a nectarine
B) To protect from frost
C) To indicate ripeness
D) To attract pollinators
  • 15. Which characteristic is LEAST helpful in identifying a nectarine?
A) Pit attachment
B) Leaf shape
C) Skin texture
D) Flesh color
  • 16. What does 'low-chill' mean for nectarine varieties?
A) Requires more hours of cold temperatures
B) Is resistant to frost
C) Grows best in hot climates
D) Requires fewer hours of cold temperatures
  • 17. What is a common use for nectarines besides eating fresh?
A) Baking
B) Making peanut butter
C) Making orange juice
D) Making wine
  • 18. Compared to peaches, nectarines typically have...
A) A more acidic flavor
B) A bitter flavor
C) A less pronounced flavor
D) A slightly sweeter flavor
  • 19. The suture line on a nectarine refers to...
A) The area where the pit is located
B) The groove running down the side
C) The area of sun exposure
D) The stem attachment point
  • 20. What does 'blush' refer to on a nectarine?
A) The red color of the skin
B) A type of disease
C) The white powdery coating
D) The soft spot indicating ripeness
  • 21. What is the term for removing excess fruit from a nectarine tree?
A) Scoring
B) Thinning
C) Girdling
D) Pruning
  • 22. Why is thinning important for nectarine trees?
A) To reduce the number of flowers
B) To improve fruit size and quality
C) To encourage leaf growth
D) To prevent soil erosion
  • 23. What is an important nutrient needed for nectarine growth?
A) Fluorine
B) Sodium
C) Chlorine
D) Potassium
  • 24. What type of soil is best for nectarines?
A) Silty soil
B) Well-drained loamy soil
C) Sandy soil
D) Clay soil
  • 25. What is the chill hour requirement generally?
A) Varies greatly by variety
B) Always below 200 hours
C) Always 500 hours
D) Always above 1000 hours
  • 26. What does 'bacterial spot' affect on nectarines?
A) Leaves and fruit
B) Roots only
C) Flowers only
D) Branches only
  • 27. When is the best time to prune a nectarine tree?
A) Late winter or early spring
B) Any time of year
C) Late autumn
D) Mid-summer
  • 28. What is the role of bees in nectarine orchards?
A) Pest control
B) Fertilization
C) Weed control
D) Pollination
  • 29. Which country is a major producer of nectarines?
A) Brazil
B) Canada
C) China
D) Russia
  • 30. What is a potential symptom of overwatering a nectarine tree?
A) Sunburn
B) Root rot
C) Premature ripening
D) Leaf curl
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